Honouring Trescothick See page 39
Somerset Pavilion to be renamed after him
Somerset County Cricket Club have revealed a lasting tribute to Marcus Trescothick at the Cooper Associates Ground.
In recognition of his outstanding service and performances for the club, the Somerset Pavilion is going to be renamed the Marcus Trescothick Pavilion. The official renaming ceremony will take place on April 3 and will be followed by a special dinner.
Trescothick made his debut for Somerset in 1993 and went on to become one of the finest players to represent the county. In his 27 seasons, Trescothick scored more than 29,000 runs across all formats and has scored more first class centuries (52) and List A runs (7,374) than any player in the club’s history. Trescothick also holds the record for the most catches in first class cricket, 443.
The man from Keynsham reprecan’t sented his county with distinction in 76 tests for England, captaining the side twice and also played in 123 ODIS and three IT20S.
Somerset director of cricket Andy Hurry said: “This is a fitting tribute to someone who has given so much to this club both on and off the field. Marcus is without a doubt one of the finest players ever to have represented Somerset County Cricket Club.
“During his 27 seasons as a player he gave his heart and soul to Somerset Cricket, and his passion and enthusiasm for the club never wavered. His drive, determination and will to succeed took him to the
very top and his desire to help those around him in the dressing room is remarkable.
“When the suggestion to rename the Somerset Pavilion after Marcus was put to the club’s General Committee recently it was unanimously approved, which just goes to show that he is held in the very highest regard by those connected to the club.
“His work off the field, particularly with the PCA, mental health charities and local charities once again highlights that he is a great man and not just a great cricketer.”
Trescothick said: “Obviously this is a real honour and something that makes me feel extremely proud and humble. It was incredibly special to have a stand bearing my name, but for the club to have taken the decision to rename the Somerset Pavilion is amazing. I’m not ashamed to say that I was pretty emotional when they told me. I always said that I wanted a roof on my stand and now I’ve got one.
“Somerset County Cricket Club is extremely close to my heart and it continues to be a huge part of my
life. I can’t thank the staff, the players and of course the members and supporters for everything that they have done for me for nearly 30 years.”
The dinner on April 3 will take place in the 1875 club and tickets
for the event, which includes a welcome drink, a three-course meal and an extensive Q&A with Trescothick, cost £80. Dress code will be lounge suits. The Marcus Trescothick Stand will also now be renamed The River Stand.